Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 vs Vredestein Ultrac
- TR Score
- 9.7/10
- Owners say
- 86% · 228
- TR Score
- 8.7/10
- Owners say
- 78% · 24
In the 3 independent tests that ran both tyres, the Vredestein Ultrac finished ahead 2 times and the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 once. The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 stopped 4.9% shorter in the wet; the Ultrac had 3.4% lower rolling resistance.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 if you prioritise maximum safety via shortest braking and dry-road precision, especially on heavier or faster cars/SUVs. Choose Vredestein Ultrac if you value quieter cruising, better fuel economy, and strong aquaplaning security for daily driving and motorway use, particularly in warmer climates.
Where the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is stronger
- Consistently shorter dry and wet braking (e.g., −3% to −6% vs Ultrac in shared tests)
- Confident dry handling and steering precision; stable, understeer-led balance
- Strong wet pace with good safety reserves; test win in SUV size
Where the Ultrac is stronger
- Lower rolling resistance in multiple tests (efficiency advantage)
- Lower external noise and better overall refinement/comfort
- Stronger aquaplaning security, notably in curved aquaplaning and wet circle
The bullet points are analysis of the shared tests and of owner reviews; the measured wins in each discipline are in the tables below. Where the two disagree, the figures are right.
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 vs Ultrac at a glance
| Category | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Gap | Ultrac |
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| Shared tests won3 shared tests | 1 | 2 | |
| Dry4 measurements | 4 | The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 stopped 4.1% shorter in the dry (2 tests) | 0 |
| Wet9 measurements | 4 | 5 | |
| Off road4 measurements | 1 | 3 | |
| Comfort2 measurements | 0 | 1 | |
| Value2 measurements | 0 | The Ultrac had 3.4% lower rolling resistance (2 tests) | 2 |
| Tyre Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 9.7/10 | The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 by 1.0 | 8.7/10 |
| Owner rating228 and 24 reviews | 86% | The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 by 8 points | 78% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 83% | Too close to call | 83% |
| Pricein the 2 tests that listed prices | +14% | The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was dearer in 2 of 2 | Cheaper |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 130 | 27 sizes made in both | 65 |
Wins count every measurement the shared tests recorded for both tyres; a tick marks the tyre ahead on that line. Subjective driver scores count as wins but are never averaged, because each test uses its own scale.
Head to head in 3 tests, 2024 to 2025
Each row is one published test in which both tyres ran on the same car, in the same size, on the same day. The line is the whole field, winner on the left.
| Test | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Field | Ultrac |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer Tyre Test | P1 of 10 | P2 of 10 | |
| 2025 Summer and All Season Combined Tyre Test | P11 of 14 | P9 of 14 | |
| 2024 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test | P2 of 8 | P1 of 8 |
Performance profile
17 measurements from the 3 shared tests, each tyre shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
Ultrac
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
In each test the better of the two figures counts as 100% and the other as its share of it, so a 36 m stop against 34.2 m is 95%; each spoke averages the shared tests that recorded it. The scale stops at 92%: a point further in sits on the hub's edge, hollow.
Where each scores higher
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
Ultrac
Not ahead in any category
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
Category scores are percentiles among tyres of the same season and class: 90 means this tyre out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
Where owners rate each higher
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
Ultrac
Not ahead in any category
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
Owners rate the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 86% from 228 reviews and the Ultrac 78% from 24. Each spoke is one question owners answer out of 10; reviews are vetted by hand before publication.
Every measurement, side by side
Averages of the figures both tyres posted in the same tests. The gap is the average of each test's own gap, so figures from different cars and years are never mixed. Open a discipline for its measurements, and a measurement for every test's figure.
| Measurement | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Gap | Ultrac | Wins | ||||||||
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| 34.7 | 4.1% | 36.2 | 2-0 | |||||||||
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| 108.1 | 1.6% | 106.4 | 1-0 | |||||||||
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| scored | 12.5% | scored | 1-0 | |||||||||
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| 41.4 | 4.9% | 43.65 | 2-0 | |||||||||
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| 78.3 | 1.1% | 77.4 | 0-1 | |||||||||
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| 86.5 | 0.7% | 85.9 | 1-0 | |||||||||
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| scored | 14.3% | scored | 0-1 | |||||||||
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| 20.37 | 0.7% | 20.22 | 0-1 | |||||||||
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| 82.35 | 0.1% | 82.4 | 1-1 | |||||||||
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| 2.59 | 5.8% | 2.74 | 0-1 | |||||||||
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| 60.3 | 0.2% | 60.4 | 0-1 | |||||||||
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| 10,360 | 2.6% | 10,630 | 0-1 | |||||||||
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| 9,740 | 5.5% | 10,280 | 0-1 | |||||||||
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| 1.62 | 5.8% | 1.72 | 1-0 | |||||||||
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| 64 | 1.1 dB | 62.9 | 0-1 | |||||||||
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| 7.93 | 3.4% | 7.66 | 0-2 | |||||||||
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Braking distances and lap times are better when lower; speeds, wear and grip figures when higher. A test's figures are its own: sizes, cars, surfaces and temperatures differ from one to the next, which is why the averages here are only ever of tests the two tyres shared. "Scored" rows are subjective driver ratings: each test uses its own scale, so only the wins are counted.
Scores beyond the shared tests
On the Tyre Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 scores 9.7 and the Ultrac 8.7 out of 10.
| Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Category | Ultrac | ||
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| 95 | Dry | 75 | ||
| 93 | Wet | 89 | ||
| 83 | Comfort | 52 | ||
| 69 | Value | 18 | ||
Category scores are percentiles among tyres of the same season and class: 90 means this tyre out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
What owners say
| Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Category | Ultrac | ||
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| 9.3 | Dry Grip | 8.3 | ||
| 9 | Wet Grip | 8.1 | ||
| 8.8 | Road Feedback | 7.5 | ||
| 8.9 | Handling | 7.6 | ||
| 7.6 | Wear | 6.4 | ||
| 8.3 | Comfort | 8 | ||
Owners rate the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 86% from 228 reviews and the Ultrac 78% from 24. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
- 86%from 228 reviews
- 83%would buy again
- 1,941,005 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners rate the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 highly overall (84.8% average), most consistently praising its strong dry and wet grip, with many also noting reassuring handling. Around half of reviewers who mention it say it's noticeably quieter than what they replaced, and comfort is commonly described as a step up for a UHP tyre. Longevity is the main talking point: tread life feedback is genuinely split, with a similar number reporting strong mileage as those seeing faster wear. A smaller but recurring complaint is a softer, less supported feel (and occasional extra noise on coarse surfaces) for drivers wanting a firmer, more precise response.
- Excellent dry grip with lots of confidence
- Very strong wet grip for a summer UHP tyre
- Lower road noise than many rivals and OEM fitments
- Comfortable ride for everyday use
- Tread life is inconsistent: some see great mileage, others rapid wear
- Can be noisy on rough or coarse asphalt for a noticeable minority
- Soft sidewall feel can reduce precision and make responses feel less supported
Summarised by AI from 204 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tyre page.
All 228 Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 reviewsFirstly I'd like to correct/add to something I said in a review about the Mich PS4 where I mentioned the Asy 6s didn't seem to be doing much better. It seems the last bit of tread in the Asy 6s last much longer!, going from 3mm @12.6k to 1.7mm (a bit close!) @21k, so they last much longer than the PS4 tyres on the rear! (The PS4 tyres only lasted 13.2k miles!!).
For a BMW 330d 2010.
Vredestein Ultrac
- 78%from 24 reviews
- 83%would buy again
- 311,516 milesdriven by reviewers
Most drivers rate the Vredestein Ultrac highly, praising its confident wet grip (including aquaplaning resistance), solid dry performance, and comfortable, quiet ride. Handling is described as predictable and safe, with several noting good value versus premium rivals. A minority report faster-than-expected tread wear, and a few mention noise or steering feel, but these are less common. Overall sentiment skews positive given the high number of strong reviews.
- wet grip and aquaplaning resistance
- comfortable ride
- dry grip
- predictable handling/steering
- faster tread wear for some users
Summarised by AI from 20 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tyre page.
All 24 Ultrac reviewsThese tyres came as stock on my Audi A1. After 40,000 miles and 2 years I have replaced 3 corners with what was my preferred tyre, but the rear drivers side still has 4mm of tread left, whereas the rear passenger (this tyre) has 3mm left after 1 year and 18k. I would definitely buy these again
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tyre: 130 sizes of the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 and 65 of the Ultrac, 27 of them made in both.
| Category | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Ultrac |
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| Season | Summer | Summer |
| Sizes made | 130 sizes, 17 to 23 inch | 65 sizes, 15 to 21 inch |
| Made in both | 27 sizes 205/40 R17205/45 R17205/50 R17205/55 R17205/60 R17205/65 R17215/40 R17215/45 R17225/45 R17225/50 R17225/55 R17225/60 R17and 15 more | |
| EU label wet grip | A93%B7% | A85%B15% |
| EU label rolling resistance | C40%A33%B26%D1% | C46%A26%B26%D2% |
| EU label noise | 68-73 dB A59%B41% | 69-71 dB B89%A11% |
| On the market since | - | 2020 |
| Replaced | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 (2021) | - |
| Replaced by | - | Vredestein Ultrac Cento |
| Awards | Recommended: Best Tyres for Hot Hatches (Compact Sports Cars) (DriverReviews, 2026/27) Winner: SUV Tyre of the Year (WhatTyre, 2024) Winner: Performance Tyre of the Year (WhatTyre, 2023) | - |
| Price in the shared tests | The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was the dearer tyre in 2 of the 2 tests that listed prices, by 14% on average. Each test priced the tyres in its own market at the time; only the gap is comparable. | |
Label grades are shown as the share of registered sizes carrying each grade, so "B (88%), C (12%)" means most sizes are B. Grades vary by size; check the label for yours.
Reading the results
Written from the test results and owner reviews above. It is analysis, not a measurement: where it and the tables disagree, the tables are right.
This head-to-head pits Goodyear's max-performance Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 against Vredestein's high-performance Ultrac. Across three recent comparative tests, both tyres regularly traded blows: Goodyear often stopped shorter and felt sharper on dry roads, while Vredestein built a case on refinement, aquaplaning security, and efficiency.
The context matters. In Auto Express (225/45 R17), Ultrac edged an overall win on consistency and low noise, with Goodyear dominating dry metrics. In Autobild's SUV test (255/55 R18), Goodyear won overall with clear wet and dry braking advantages, but Vredestein countered with better curved aquaplaning, lower noise, and lower rolling resistance. A mixed-condition 2025 comparison saw both criticised on cool-wet grip, with Goodyear still braking shorter yet posting the highest rolling resistance, while Vredestein offered slightly better wet handling balance and efficiency.
Conclusion
Patterns are clear: Goodyear repeatedly delivers shorter braking in both dry and wet and feels more planted and responsive on dry handling. Vredestein consistently undercuts it on rolling resistance and noise, and shows stronger aquaplaning resilience-especially laterally-plus calm, predictable manners.
For drivers prioritising outright safety margins in stopping distances and crisp steering-spirited B-roads, emergency stops, or heavy, fast SUVs-the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is the safer bet. For those valuing quietness, comfort and fuel economy with stable wet balance and strong aquaplaning resistance-commuting, motorway mileage, warmer climates-the Ultrac offers excellent value and fewer compromises day to day. The practical takeaway: choose Goodyear for maximum braking and dry precision, choose Vredestein for refinement and efficiency without major dynamic trade-offs.
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 vs Ultrac: your questions
Is the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 or the Vredestein Ultrac the better tyre?
In the 3 independent tests that ran both tyres, the Vredestein Ultrac finished ahead 2 times and the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 once. On the Tyre Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 scores 9.7 and the Ultrac 8.7 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 or the Ultrac?
The Ultrac led 5 of the 9 wet measurements the shared tests recorded.
Which is better in the dry?
The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 led 4 of the 4 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 4.1% shorter in the dry across 2 tests.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The Ultrac had 3.4% lower rolling resistance (2 tests). Owners rate wear 7.6/10 for the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 and 6.4/10 for the Ultrac.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
Owners rate comfort 8.3/10 for the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 and 8/10 for the Ultrac.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 86% from 228 reviews and the Ultrac 78% from 24. 83% of Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 owners would buy it again, against 83% for the Ultrac.
Which is more expensive?
In the 2 tests that listed prices, the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was the dearer tyre in 2 of them, by 14% on average. Prices are the test's own at the time, in its own market.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is made in 130 sizes (17 to 23 inch) and the Ultrac in 65 (15 to 21 inch). 27 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is graded A for wet grip and C for rolling resistance in most sizes; the Ultrac A and C.
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Where this data comes from
Finishing positions and measurements are transcribed from each published test. A test only counts here when both tyres ran in it, so every figure was recorded on the same car, size and day as the one it is compared to.
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